Generalist Medical Lab Technician/Scientist (PT, Evenings) - Einstein Montgomery
About The Position
The Medical Laboratory Technician/Scientist (MLT/MLS) performs and monitors medical laboratory analyses of patient specimens to provide accurate test results that support clinical diagnoses and treatment therapies. The role follows established procedures and protocols to meet regulatory and accreditation requirements and maintain a safe laboratory environment. The MLT/MLS works collaboratively with department members and other departments to provide quality service. Responsibilities include processing and evaluating specimens, documenting and communicating specimen issues and critical values, entering and verifying results in the Laboratory Information System, and operating, cleaning, calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting analytical equipment. The role follows quality-control procedures, documents QC results, participates in proficiency testing, and maintains clinical competency through annual regulatory requirements and educational activities. Phlebotomy and venipuncture may be required at specific hospital locations. Other duties may include educating and training technicians and students when requested.
Requirements
- For the MLT qualification: Associate’s degree in a related science field, preferably from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology school, or completion of Military Medical Laboratory Specialist Training.
- For the MLS qualification: Bachelor’s degree in a related science field, preferably from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology school, or completion of Military Medical Laboratory Specialist Training.
- Less than one year of prior training in a laboratory setting; student training is accepted.
Responsibilities
- Process specimens according to established protocols, including proper patient identification and labeling.
- Perform specimen collection by phlebotomy and venipuncture at specific hospital locations as needed.
- Inspect specimens for acceptability, recognize abnormal or unusual results, document unacceptable specimens, and communicate specimen requirements to appropriate personnel.
- Report, document, and communicate critical values according to hospital policy.
- Enter and verify test-result data in the Laboratory Information System and maintain reports and records.
- Operate analytical equipment for medical laboratory testing.
- Monitor, clean, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment; initiate corrective action and document equipment checks and maintenance.
- Follow quality-control policies and protocols, verify QC before releasing results, and document QC results in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Participate in the proficiency testing program.
- Maintain clinical competency by fulfilling annual regulatory requirements and participate in laboratory and hospital educational in-services.
- Perform other laboratory technician duties assigned by the lead, supervisor, or manager, including technical education and training for technicians and students when requested.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
